Chevrolet Beat Launched In USA As Chevrolet Spark At $12,995 USD or Rs. 6.5 Lakhs

Gone are the days when people used to flaunt their brutal SUVs and now its time to think smart and in favor of the environment. Chevrolet Beat, our very successful small car, is sold in US under the name Chevrolet Spark and 2013 Spark has been launched at the New York Auto Show. General Motors, the top seller this year, is betting big with the Spark as according to the firm the fuel prices are soaring at a rapid rate and small cars/hatchbacks are the ones that will take the charge now.
The Spark launched a day before is not the couple version and instead is a five door variant which is sold in India. The car now joins the existing league of small cars such as Fiat 500, Scion iQ, and Smart ForTwo

image – 2013 Chevrolet Spark USA (Chevrolet Beat) Front

Making the car even more attractive, apart from the five door configuration, is the starting price of $12,995 which is equivalent to Rs. 6.6 lakhs INR. The 2013 model also comes with a number of changes specifically added for the US market and they are as follows:

• Restyled front fascia
• 15 inch alloys
• Silver roof rails
• body colored rocker molding,
• restyled bumpers
• chrome lift gate handle
• 10 airbags
• Air Conditioning

image – 2013 Chevrolet Spark USA (Chevrolet Beat)

• Power Windows
• AUX support
• power door locks
• rear window wiper
• trip computer
• Cruise Control
• outside power mirrors
• leatherette seats and heated front seats
• remote keyless entry
• 7-inch color touch radio with Chevrolet MyLink, Bluetooth connectivity, Steering Mounted Controls, USB port
• Electronic Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Brake Assist

image – 2013 Chevrolet Spark USA (Chevrolet Beat) Interiors
Chevrolet claims that the car can deliver fuel efficiency of 12 KMPL in city and 17 KMPL on highway. We are sure it will give a tough competition to other small cars in the market at this attractive pricing.

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GM Working On Compact Chevrolet SUV

Opel unveiled the Mokka compact SUV at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, which sent the rumour mill in a tizzy, about GM launching a Chevrolet compact SUV in the near future. Now General Motors has filed for a design patent of a compact SUV, pictures of which have been leaked by L’Automobile (a French magazine). The patent drawing reveal a compact SUV, which draws heavily from the Captiva in styling but also some cues from the Opel Mokka. The Opel Mokka will be sold as the Vauxhall Mokka in select markets, but neither will the Opel badge, nor will the Vauxhall badge be brought to India in the foreseeable future.

On close observations of these patent drawings, one can understand that GM is making a mini-Captiva which will be vital for the company to increase its sales in developing countries. India is an SUV loving country and the recent unveiling of the Renault Duster and Ford EcoSport has generated alot of interest from prospective buyers. In such a scenario it will be utterly foolish for GM to ignore this lucrative segment. We are extremely confident that this compact SUV will make its way to India in the next couple of years.

General Motors will offer this compact SUV in both front-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive versions. The Chevrolet compact SUV will most likely use the same platform as the Opel Mokka, which is named as the Buick Encore for the North American market. We can expect a 1.4-litre petrol engine on the Chevrolet compact SUV for India, which could be the same powertrain that will power the Sail sedan. The diesel engine will be from the Enjoy van, which uses the same tried and tested 1.3-litre Fiat Multijet engine. Expect a price of less than Rs. 10 lakhs for this compact Chevrolet SUV.

The Chevrolet compact SUV will be a 5-seater and measure around 4.3-meters in length. But GM won’t have it so easy as by the time the company launches this crossover, Renault’s Duster and Ford’s EcoSport would be well accepted in the market. Maruti Suzuki would have also launched the production version of its XA Alpha compact SUV, while Skoda could too have dropped its compact SUV in the market. The next few years then, are the years of the compact SUV in India. But how long will this compact SUV revolution really last?

This is the Opel Mokka Compact SUV with which the Chevrolet Compact SUV will share most of its components and powertrains.

Patent Pictures Source – Automobile Magazine

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Chevrolet Tavera Neo 3 Officially Launched At Rs. 7.51 Lakh In New Delhi, India

Chevrolet (General Motors) India today (21 March 2012) officially launched the latest version of its MPV, Chevrolet Tavera called the Chevrolet Tavera Neo 3 which was unveiled officially in India at the Auto Expo 2012 in January 2012. The Tavera Neo 3 is a new generation model of the ongoing Tavera with facelift as well as engine enhancements. In this article we share all the details, pictures, specifications, features, colour options and price of new 2012 Chevrolet Tavera Neo 3 MPV by General Motors India.
Chevrolet Tavera combines the handling and comfort of a passenger car with the performance and ruggedness of a MUV. The highest variant of the Tavera features Chevrolet’s signature twin-port grille and a bigger Chevrolet bowtie in front and at the back. Larger shimmering crystal-effect clear lens headlamps with integrated indicator lamps enhance the bold and stylish front look while increasing visibility.

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Chevrolet To Launch Camaro In India

General Motors had showcased the Chevrolet Camaro Convertible at the recently concluded 2012 Auto Expo. This is not the first time the Camaro has made its way to India, at the 2010 Auto Expo, the Bumblebee edition of the Chevrolet Camaro SS was showcased. Now GM is considering the introduction of the Camaro in India. This muscle car will serve as a brand builder for GM, which has not been accepted well in the premium segments. The right hand drive version of the Camaro will be brought in as a completely built unit and will be priced around Rs. 50 lakhs. GM already sells the Camaro in RHD form in the UK and Australia, with prices starting at Rs. 26 lakhs (€38,900). GM does not intend to sell many units of the pony car and will allocate around 50 units in the initial lot.

The Chevrolet Camaro is powered by a 6.2-litre LS3 V8 engine, which produces 432 HP of power and 569 Nm of torque. This helps the Camaro to hit 100 km/h in just 5.2 seconds (for the coupe) and 5.4 seconds for the convertible. This engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. For India, we will get the automatic version, which is powered by a 6.2-litre L99 V8 engine, which produces 405 HP of power and 556 Nm of torque. The Chevrolet Camaro automatic takes 0.2 seconds more to reach 100 km/h. All the versions of the Camaro are limited to a top speed of 250 km/h. The Camaro rides on 20-inch wheels and rides on 20-inch wheels.







The above pictures of the Chevrolet Camaro are from the 2012 Auto Expo, while the ones below are from the 2010 Auto Expo.

Chevrolet To Launch Camaro In India

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Chevrolet Launches Camaro ZL1 CAR

General Motors has recently launched the production model of the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in the next chapter of the re-introduction of the Camaro. The spiritual seccessor to the Z28, the production model was launched at the company’s assembly plant in Ontario.
Under the hood, the vehicle is powered by a supercharged 6.2 litre engine that produces 580 hp (432 kW/588 PS) and 556 lb-ft (754 Nm) of torque. It is mated to either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. When equipped with an automatic transmission, the model can accelerate from 0 to 96km/h in 3.9 seconds before reaching a top speed of 296km/h. With the six-speed manual, acceleration time is 0.1 seconds slower and top speed is 290 km/h.

Kevin Williams, president and managing director of GM of Canada, commented that ”This is an exciting new chapter in the ongoing revival of the tremendously popular Chevrolet Camaro. The new 2012 Camaro ZL1 further demonstrates the flexible capabilities of the award-winning Oshawa Assembly Plant.”
The Camaro ZL1 has a price tag of $54, 995 which includes destination charges.
Source: World Car Fans

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Chevrolet TrailBlazer Headed To India

The US based largest auto manufacturer of the world, General Motors has its presence in India under the Chevrolet brand. The Chevrolet models have been doing quite well in the small car and the sedan segment in recent times but the company doesn’t have a very strong presence when it comes to SUVs. Chevrolet, deciding to bring some spice into this segment has come out with its all new mid-sized SUV, the TrailBlazer. The TrailBlazer made its global debut at the 2011 Dubai International Motor Show. GM announced at that time that the TrailBlazer would be a global model beginning with Thailand in early 2012.

Since it is coming to Thailand, we are absolutely sure about its near future launch in the Indian market too. The TrailBlazer is a 7 seater SUV with a body-on-frame type chassis. Though the images that you see here are of the concept model unveiled at the Motor Show, but the company has specifically commented that the actual production version of the TrailBlazer will be very similar to the concept model. If that is so, then GM will be adding a great product to their portfolio (in terms of styling). The TrailBlazer is expected to be powered by a 2.8 litre Duramax engine that produces 180 BHP of power and 47.8 kgm of torque while a 2.5 litre diesel engine will also be offered that will produce 150 BHP of power.

The TrailBlazer is going to be quite attractive from the interior too with expectation of sporting more space than its competitors, the Fortuner and the Endeavour. Other features include auxiliary power plug with USB and Bluetooth connectivity, An overhead console that integrates the HVAC system with onboard infotainment, Second row 60/40 split seats with single latch forward gravity tumble, fold-flat capability, and six-degree seat-back reclining along with integrated folding armrests with cup holders and Third row 50/50 split seats with center console storage and fold-flat capability. The TrailBlazer is going to assembled at the company’s Halol plant and will be sold at an expected price of Rs. 17 lakhs.

Source – Autocar India

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Chevrolet MPV Concept To Be Called Chevrolet Enjoy-Displayed At 2012

This year’s auto expo was pretty exciting as we not only witnessed some important unveilings and launches but also a number of India bound cars in the form of concept models. Chevrolet, a part of General Motors, showcased a small car and a very interesting India-specific MPV at the auto expo which has been designed to compete against Toyota Innova and yet to be launched Maruti Ertiga.

Till now it was an unnamed concept only but as per the latest information surfacing the company has given it a name, the Enjoy. Chevrolet Enjoy a.k.a Wuling CN100 has been a successful product in China and the story is expected to be repeated in India as well. Interestingly apart from the new name, a bit of information has also surfaced the internet which could turn out to be a matter of concern for Ertiga and Innova.

image – Chevrolet Enjoy MPV

Believing in the information available earlier, the car was supposed to come with a diesel engine only but now it is being said that it will also come in a petrol version as well. For the diesel variant the car will equip the very popular 1.3 litre Multijet motor while for the petrol variant it will equip a 1.4 litre MPFI petrol unit capable of offering 94.6 BHP of max power. As far as the features are concerned, it will come with ABS, dual airbags, dual-row air conditioning, safety belts with load limiters, tubeless tyres etc.

image – Chevrolet Enjoy MPV

But the most interesting news is about the car’s pricing. As being speculated the car could be priced well around Rs. 6 lakhs, which is extremely competitive and could completely take the MPV market by storm.

So let us just wait and watch before the company officially launches the car as we will be sincerely covering the same and will bring you the latest updates.

source -ACI

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Chevrolet India Unveils MPV Concept For India At Auto Expo 2012

Chevrolet India (General Motors India) has officially unveiled the Concept MPV for Indian market at the Auto Expo 2012 in New Delhi India on 6th January 2012. The MPV is a 5 door concept and looks quite close to production version with no bells and whistles on the exteriors. The dimensions of the MPV are large and it looks as large as a Toyota Innova. Its meant to be a people’s carries to to used for both person and commercial usage as cabs.

image – Chevrolet MPV Concept At Auto Expo 2012 In India

Chevrolet India MPV Concept Exclusive Pictures From Auto Expo 2012

image – Chevrolet MPV Concept At Auto Expo 2012 In India

image – Chevrolet MPV Concept At Auto Expo 2012 In India

image – Chevrolet MPV Concept At Auto Expo 2012 In India

image – Chevrolet MPV Concept At Auto Expo 2012 In India

image – Chevrolet MPV Concept At Auto Expo 2012 In India

image – Chevrolet MPV Concept At Auto Expo 2012 In India
The multi-purpose vehicle, engineered for the MPV B segment in India, was developed for the world’s emerging markets. It offers space for large families, with flexi-seating and a choice of seven or eight seats.
British automaker Lotus worked with the GM Technical Center – India for more than a year and a half to tune the chassis. Safety was given paramount importance in the development of the MPV Concept. High-strength and ultra-high-strength steel are used in the body and chassis.
Both the Sail hatchback and the MPV Concept will be tested on different terrains and in different climate conditions across India.

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